The online version of From the Politics Desk newsletter presents an analysis of Donald Trump’s near-total victory at the Supreme Court, where he was granted broad immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken as president. The court’s ruling implies that Trump won’t face trial before the November election and endorses almost unlimited presidential powers. The division among the justices, with Republicans appointed judges siding with Trump, raises questions about how voters will perceive the decision.
On another front, the newsletter explores the potential impact of infrequent voters on the 2024 election. Individuals who did not vote in the 2020 election, like Joseph Mitchum and Laura Brooks, could play a decisive role in determining the outcome. Poll findings show a significant shift towards supporting Trump among non-2020 voters, highlighting the importance of voter turnout in November.
Additional stories covered in the newsletter include Biden’s advisers countering suggestions that he step aside as the Democratic nominee, the push to draft Michigan Governor Whitmer as a replacement, Nevada’s abortion rights amendment on the ballot, Steve Bannon reporting to prison, Republican operatives assisting Cornel West’s independent presidential campaign in Arizona, Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s role in cementing the Supreme Court’s conservative lean, and the end of the tradition of interns essentially racing to report court decisions due to decisions being posted online. Readers are encouraged to provide feedback and share the newsletter with others.
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